Emotional tolls of physical education teacher education students (PETE) toward physical education: An extensive analysis

Abstract

This research investigates the emotional tolls of teacher education students in the context of physical education at Batangas State University, TNEU JPLPC-Malvar. The study aims to discern the emotional landscape by examining the influence of various factors such as sex, year level, academic performance, and socioeconomic status on the subjective, physiological, and behavioral dimensions of these experiences. A cohort of fifty-six (56) students from the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th years in the Bachelor of Physical Education program participated in the study. Data were collected using a researcher-developed questionnaire, and statistical analyses, including mean assessments and chi-square tests, were employed to evaluate emotional tolls and explore relationships with personal variables. The findings revealed a predominantly female, second-year student population with high academic achievements and a middle-income background. Participants reported overwhelmingly positive subjective experiences and behavioral reactions, accompanied by favorable physiological responses. The study identified significant relationships between the participants' personal variables and their emotional tolls, except for year level. The implications of these findings underscore the importance of employing strategies to enhance tolls, particularly focusing on subjective and behavioral reactions, to contribute to a more positive and effective learning environment for teacher education students in physical education.